Locum Tenens Nurse Practitioner - Hospitalist Needed in IL
- ID: 211729A
- Updated November 7th, 2025
- Job ID 211729A
- Job Title Nurse Practitioner - Hospitalist
- Provider Type Nurse Practitioner
- Specialty Hospitalist
- Job Type Locum Tenens
- State IL
- Practice Setting Clinic
- Duration 10 Days
Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Hospitalist Nurse Practitioner for a 10-day locum tenens assignment in Illinois, starting Nov 9, 2025. This opportunity involves 12-hour night shifts and offers a mix of med surg and critical access coverage across multiple sites, with both solo and team-based environments. Candidates must be proficient with various EMR systems and comfortable managing acute cases independently.Job Details
- Location: Illinois
- Start Date: Nov 9, 2025
- LOA: 10 days
- Provider Type Needed: Hospitalist Nurse Practitioner
- Schedule: 12-hour night shifts (7p-7a), including specific dates in December
Responsibilities and Duties
- Provide nocturnist med surg coverage at multiple hospital locations
- Rotate primarily to critical access sites, covering higher and lower acuity cases
- Manage 1-4 admissions per night at critical access locations independently, without staff support
- Handle 10-12 admissions per night at larger facilities with MD and APP support
- Utilize Meditech, CPSI, Epic, and Cerner EMR systems as required by each site
- Deliver high-quality care while operating solo or as part of a team depending on the location
Additional Information
- Hospitalist experience required
- Active Illinois Nurse Practitioner license required
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required
- Must be comfortable working independently in solo coverage settings
- Familiarity with Meditech, CPSI, Epic, and Cerner EMR platforms is essential
Benefits
- Strong compensation
- Travel-related expenses covered
- A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided
- Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities
What are Locum Tenens Jobs?
Locum tenens jobs, sometimes referred to as travel assignments, are contract positions that help meet patient care needs at various healthcare facilities and hospitals for a defined period. These roles can vary in length from a single week to over a year, often with options for extension. Medical professionals who undertake locum or travel work possess the same qualifications as permanent staff and frequently opt for these roles due to benefits such as competitive remuneration and greater scheduling flexibility.
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Job Benefits
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Competitive compensation
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Travel-related expenses covered
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A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided